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Cristiano Ronaldo breaks down in tears as Portugal crash out of World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo was left in tears after Portugal were knocked out of the World Cup by Spain on Monday evening. Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino scored the only goal of the game in the 91st minute as Portugal suffered World Cup heartbreak. This is almost certain to be Ronaldo’s final World…

The Independent UK · Jul 6

Mexico's Javier Aguirre Hopeful About the Future Despite Heartbreaking Loss to England: 'We Are on the Right Track'

When asked what the future holds for the Mexican national team, Aguirre voiced his support for Márquez, whom he coached at two World Cups, in 2002 and 2010, and who has been part of his coaching staff since the start of Aguirre's third stint with Mexico in 2024.

Latin Times · Jul 6

Socceroos great wants more on World Cup stage

Former Socceroos captain Mark Milligan wants to know what the plan is to get the best out of a gifted group at future World Cups.

AAP · Jul 4

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Argentina vs Cape Verde LIVE: Champions snatch dramatic extra-time win in World Cup classic

Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde (aet): Diney own goal from Romero header saved the reigning world champions deep into extra-time against the ultimate minnows

The Independent UK · Jul 3

RL World Cup history beckons for Knights ace Frizell

Knights forward Tyson Frizell could become the first player to compete for three different nations at three World Cups

AAP · Jun 28

Canada make World Cup history – but Switzerland defeat could have huge impact on World Cup hopes

Goals from Ruben Vargas and Johan Manzambi saw Switzerland beat hosts Canada 2-1 in Vancouver to top Group B. The win sees Switzerland become only the fourth nation – alongside Brazil, Argentina, and France – to reach the last 16 in the last four consecutive World Cups. Their reward for…

The Independent UK · Jun 24

'VAR went for coffee' as England escape punishment against Ghana

The Black Stars' head coach Carlos Queiroz had strong words about the refereeing after two fouls from the Three Lions went unchecked, and the two sides played out a goalless draw. Meanwhile, Colombia qualified for the knockout round beating DR Congo 1-0 and Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to…

France 24 · Jun 24

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday matches? Check key highlights of June 23 battles

Football fans witnessed a spectacular June 23rd with Kylian Mbappe and Cristiano Ronaldo setting new records. Mbappe's brace secured France's win, while Ronaldo became the first to score in six World Cups, netting twice for Portugal. Erling Haaland's double propelled Norway into the knockout stage. Algeria kept their hopes alive…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

England's biggest ever World Cup upsets

Dropping points against underdog sides in the group stage of World Cups is practically part of England's national heritage

FourFourTwo · Jun 23

Record-breaker Ronaldo guides Portugal to 5-0 win over Uzbekistan

HOUSTON: Cristiano ⁠Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups ‌and Portugal’s all-time leading marksman at the global finals with two goals in Tuesday’s emphatic 5-0 Group K win ⁠over Uzbekistan in Houston.

Bangkok Post · Jun 23

‘I’m back’: Ronaldo’s relief after double kickstarts Portugal World Cup push

Cristiano Ronaldo savoured the end of a ‘difficult, dark week’ after scoring twice in Portugal’s 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan and becoming the first player to find the net in six World Cups

The Guardian - UK · Jun 23

World Cup 2026: Portugal and record-breaking Ronaldo outshine Uzbekistan

Record-breaker Cristiano Ronaldo guided Portugal to a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan in World Cup Group K on Tuesday. Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups and Portugal’s all-time leading marksman at the global finals with two goals in Houston.

France 24 · Jun 23

How many more goals has Lionel Messi scored than Cristiano Ronaldo at World Cups?

They used to debate who was better, but Lionel Messi is leaving Cristiano Ronaldo in the dust when it comes to World Cup goals now

FourFourTwo · Jun 23

Every World Cup record held by Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo has broken the record for scoring in more World Cups than anyone else - but which other records does he hold?

FourFourTwo · Jun 23

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The Economic Times · Jun 23

Maybe they're good: FIFA to analyze use of hydration breaks at future World Cups, Infantino says

FIFA is considering retaining hydration breaks for future World Cups, with President Gianni Infantino defending their introduction this year. He believes the mid-half stoppages offer players rest and tactical reassessment, potentially boosting game intensity and entertainment. Despite some fan criticism, Infantino argued for sporting equity, ensuring all teams benefit from…

The Independent UK · Jun 23

Fifa weighs up keeping hydration breaks for future World Cups despite fan backlash

Hydration breaks have been loudly booed by fans at the World Cup

FourFourTwo · Jun 22

All-time World Cup top scorers

Lionel Messi is the all-time World Cup top scorer, with 17 goals spread across six tournaments for Argentina

Radio France Internationale · Jun 22

Messi notches up World Cup goals record to take Argentina into knockout stages

Argentina skipper Lionel Messi added another accolade to his otherworldly list of achievements on Monday when he became the record goalscorer at World Cups since the inception of the tournament in 1930

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France 24 · Jun 22

Mbappé eyes ‘special’ Iraq match, says France more offensive than past World Cup squads

France captain Kylian Mbappé said Les Bleus’ abundance of talent up front gives them a more offensive edge than at the past two World Cups as they aim to book a place in the knockout stage on Monday with victory over Iraq – in a game that will see the…

The Guardian - AU · Jun 22

Past and present World Cups collide as Beiranvand first gives Iran inspiration, then hope

The goalkeeper’s 59th-minute save left mouths agape but it’s not the first time he has created an indelible moment for the team

Bangkok Post · Jun 21

Japan football manager acknowledges fans for cleaning up stands

Japanese supporters cleaning up the stands after a match has long been talked about at World Cups and Samurai Blue manager Hajime Moriyasu on Friday gave his view on the custom.

AAP · Jun 17

Kiwi Bindons make World Cup mother-son history

When New Zealand's Tyler Bindon came off the bench against Iran, the defender and his mother Jenny became the first mother-and-son duo to play at World Cups.

The Independent UK · Jun 17

The extraordinary numbers behind Lionel Messi – and the all-time World Cup record now in his grasp

Analysis: Messi has long been called ‘incomparable’, but if that greatness manifested itself largely in the colours of Barcelona, it may have come later in life in the albiceleste of Argentina

The Independent UK · Jun 17

How the World Cup’s great survivor Luka Modric and Croatia could torment England again

Still going as he nears his 41st birthday, a defining figure of the last two World Cups could yet play a pivotal role in 2026

France 24 · Jun 17

Argentina’s Messi equals World Cup goalscoring record with hat-trick in defeat of Algeria

Lionel Messi piled up the records as he scored all three goals for Argentina in their 2026 World Cup opener against Algeria on Tuesday, becoming the first player to feature in six World Cups and matching former Germany striker Miroslav Klose's tally of 16 goals on football's biggest stage.

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